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As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74528258</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:09:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74528258/romulus_jacob_abbott.mp3" length="188212440" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>E. Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. 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The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73769830</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:34:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73769830/mopsa_the_fairy_jean_ingelow.mp3" length="130031804" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>E. Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. 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Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16238</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Old Testament Legends Being Stories Out Of Some Of The Less-Known Apocryphal Books Of The Old Testament-M. R. James</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-testament-legends-being-stories-out-of-some-of-the-less-known-apocryphal-books-of-the-old-testament-m-r-james--73737293</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. 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The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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As kids retell these classic narratives, they breathe new life into age-old tales, making them resonate with today's audience. The innocence and creativity of youth remind us that stories have the ability to connect generations, fostering a sense of wonder and inspiration that is as relevant now as it has ever been.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73638619</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:34:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73638619/grandma_knight_s_tales_various.mp3" length="58974599" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>E. Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Grandma Knight's Tales-Various" invites listeners into a world of timeless storytelling, where the magic of fairy tales and myths is reimagined through the eyes of children. 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Its enduring message about the value of selflessness and the unexpected rewards it brings resonates just as powerfully today as it did when first penned. The charming illustrations and engaging storytelling further enhance the narrative, ensuring that this classic fairy tale remains a cherished favorite. Discover the magic that unfolds when you listen to this captivating retelling.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73593689</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:03:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73593689/golden_goose_book_version_2_l_leslie_brooke.mp3" length="17719151" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>E. Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The "Golden Goose Book" by L. Leslie Brooke invites listeners into a whimsical world where magic and morality intertwine. 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Discover the magic that unfolds when you listen to this captivating retelling.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2213</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Stories of Siegfried, Told to the Children-Mary Esther Miller MacGregor</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-of-siegfried-told-to-the-children-mary-esther-miller-macgregor--73546044</link><description><![CDATA["Stories of Siegfried, Told to the Children" by Mary Esther Miller MacGregor invites listeners into a world of legendary heroes and timeless adventures. This captivating collection brings to life the tales of Siegfried, a figure of bravery and strength, making it a perfect introduction for young audiences to the rich tapestry of myth and legend. 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As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68871395</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:44:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68871395/012_jason_and_the_dragon.mp3" length="1468569" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e/937f4f09-cdac-479f-bef9-cb011aebd26e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>E. 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The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>292</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>010 - Jason and the Harpies</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-jason-and-the-harpies--68871393</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Louise Smythe</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>192</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>009 - The Good Ship Argo</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-the-good-ship-argo--68871392</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>99</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>008 - The Story of the Sheep</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-the-story-of-the-sheep--68871391</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>132</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>007 - The Hammer Lost and Found</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-hammer-lost-and-found--68871390</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>385</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>006 - How Thor got the Hammer</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-how-thor-got-the-hammer--68871388</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>524</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>005 - The Apples of Idun</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-the-apples-of-idun--68871387</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. 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Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>353</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adventure,children,education,fairy tales,heroes,imagination,literature,myths,reading,stories</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/52b95b06f793b8a21b32e9d88f0ab914.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>004 - Little Red Riding-Hood</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-little-red-riding-hood--68871386</link><description><![CDATA[This enchanting collection of stories originated from a series of reading lessons designed for first graders in the Santa Rosa public schools. The lessons aimed to achieve three goals to provide engaging reading material for young learners with limited vocabulary, to introduce them to legendary heroes from songs and stories, and to inspire a lifelong love for literature. As various tales were shared, lively discussions followed, culminating in the children presenting the stories in their own words. Notes were taken on their unique expressions and points of interest. Eventually, the stories were either written on the blackboard or mimeographed for the kids to read. I hope these delightful stories captivate other young readers just as they did those who helped create them. - Summary by E. Louise Smythe]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68871386</guid><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:44:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68871386/004_little_red_riding_hood.mp3" length="1770640" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc/2b058870-83f0-4f69-8dec-7351ae251cbc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>E. 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